Make money one less worry
When you are affected by cancer it can be tough on your finances. Money worries can be confusing and overwhelming. We’re here to help with the support and guidance you need.
The financial impact of cancer
It may not be the first of your worries, but cancer can be tough on your finances. You may earn less if you need to stop working or reduce your hours. You may spend more on everyday costs like heating and travelling to hospital. But with our support and guidance no one has to face the financial impact of cancer alone. You can deal with your money worries early, so you can get back to the things that matter most.
Find out more about our financial support offer by downloading our Money worries? How we can help leaflet.
Mo on money and cancer
In this video, Mo shares his experience of the financial impact of cancer. He talks about the challenges he faced and how Macmillan supported him.
Mo on money and cancer
In this video, Mo shares his experience of the financial impact of cancer. He talks about the challenges he faced and how Macmillan supported him.
Find out about our financial information
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Benefits
There are lots of benefits that could help you after a cancer diagnosis. Find out what benefits might be available to you and how we can help you claim them.
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Household costs
Access our guidance and support to get help with managing your housing costs, from rent, mortgage repayments and council tax to advice on how to keep your energy bills down.
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Managing your money
Get help with managing your everyday finances and planning ahead. Together we can make sure your money worries don’t get out of control.
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Insurance
If you have or have had cancer, it can help to understand how cancer can affect insurance. From looking into buying insurance or making a claim, we can help provide guidance.
Try our interactive financial support tools
Get a quick idea of which benefits you may be eligible for
Benefits checker
Get a detailed look at benefits you might be entitled to
Benefits calculator
Work out your weekly or monthly budget
Budget plannerSupporting a loved one with cancer?
You might face extra costs and your finances may feel the strain. Find out what financial help may be available to you and how to access it.
No small change
We’re campaigning to make sure that everyone gets the support they need to cope with the financial impact of cancer. Learn more about our campaign.
Read about other people's money and cancer worries
Cath on financial support
'Macmillan helped me access my pension.'
Shola on benefits advice
'Without Macmillan I wouldn’t have proceeded with the benefit application.'
Terry on financial support
'I used to dread the postman pushing bills through the door.'
Anthony on money and cancer
'Macmillan’s benefit advisers made a real difference.'
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